BHP+25 hp (28%)
Standard
90 hp
Tuned
115 hp
Torque+50 Nm (28%)
Standard
180 Nm
Tuned
230 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
HighMercedes-Benz A 170 CDI 90hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Mercedes-Benz A 170 CDI 90hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this W168 - 2001 - 2004 diesel engine from 90 BHP to 115 BHP and from 180 Nm to 230 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 7.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Mercedes-Benz A can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 38thof 47 Mercedes-Benz A engines by power gain
- 28%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 27%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Mercedes-Benz A 170 CDI 90hp is a 1.7L turbocharged diesel engine producing 90 BHP and 180 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 115 BHP and 230 Nm — a gain of around 25 BHP (28%) and 50 Nm (28%).
This engine scores highly for remap suitability, with a balanced spread of gains across both power and torque — providing a noticeable improvement across the rev range. The tuning headroom is classified as high, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.. Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.
Fuel economy note: possible improvement with conservative driving.
All figures shown are typical estimates based on aggregated Stage 1 data for this engine variant. Actual results depend on vehicle condition, mileage, and the chosen tuning method. We recommend discussing your specific vehicle with a qualified remap professional.
Considerations
!Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.
!Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.